How Can I Make My Pipes Last Longer?

We love it when you contact us here at TJM Plumbing to help with any plumbing tips you have.

Occasional Drain Cleaning is a Good Idea

There is no need to have your drains flushed out every week unless you keep pouring porridge down your sink. However, there are times when a good cleaning is needed. Having them flushed is a good idea if you are experiencing problems with your drains at home.

Stop Flushing Harder Solid Objects

Your toilet facilities are pretty resilient. Your bodily waste is pretty sturdy stuff, but if you are flushing anything harder than human waste, then perhaps it is time to stop.

Harder objects may cause bulges or may lower the pressure of the passing water, which means other heavier objects are not moved.

Check Your Water Pressure

If your water pressure is too high for certain pipes and facilities in your house, then this puts pressure on your pipes and causes them to warp.

You shouldn’t hire poor quality plumbers or try a bit of DIY plumbing yourself because plumbing is a tricky task. Different water pressures affect different facilities, pipes and areas of your house. Plus, what looks good now may degrade quickly over time and cause big problems.

The most common causes of pipe damage are due to people not knowing that they are causing damage. For expert affordable plumbing services you can trust, then contact us at TJM Plumbing!